Orange Is The New Black: The Sisterhood Revelation
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - CAFETERIA - DAY
The cafeteria is bustling with inmates grabbing their lunches and finding seats. RED (mid 50s) is standing behind the counter, her gaze following the newest inmate, GINA (20s), who seems naive and apprehensive.
RED:
(to NICKY, 30s)
Another fresh face. Just what we need.
NICKY smirks, while GINA cautiously walks towards RED.
GINA:
(upon seeing Red)
My sister told me about you. Said you run things around here.
RED:
Your sister? Who is she?
GINA:
(sincere smile)
Carla. Carla Giovanni. She was here a few years back. She was really close with Poussey.
RED raises an eyebrow, remembering CARLA, a tough yet loyal inmate who'd become close with the much-missed POUSSEY before being released.
RED:
(to Gina)
A'ight. You've got enough credits to come to my table.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - ALEX AND PIPER'S BUNK - DAY
ALEX (early 30s) and PIPER (early 30s) sit on the bottom bunk, wearing earphones, arguing about the music they're each listening to.
PIP:
Kid Cudi is the best! There's so much depth to his music.
ALEX:
(laughing incredulously)
Depth? It's all about attitude and beats, Pip. That's why I say Travis Scott is the King.
They continue bickering, unaware of SUZANNE (mid 30s, referred to as 'Crazy Eyes'), who stealthily hovers at the foot of their bed.
SUZANNE:
(muttering)
It's all noise unless it's Rihanna.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - RED'S KITCHEN - DAY
NICKY peeks in on RED, now alone in the kitchen, deep in thought.
NICKY:
You okay, Red?
RED:
(sincerely)
Carla's sister… It's just that... It brings up so much. Poussey's death, how things have changed.
NICKY:
Embrace it, Red. Maybe having someone connected to that time will help us remember the better days.
RED smiles, appreciating NICKY's words.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - CAFETERIA - DAY
The entire cafeteria is gathered and LAUGHING - including new inmate GINA - as SUZANNE performs an impromptu musical rendition of Rihanna's 'Work' while dancing with SPORKS.
SUZANNE:
(singing, spork in hand)
Work, work, work, work, work.
TO BE CONTINUED.
An Unexpected Visitor
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - DAY
The inmates are gathered in the cafeteria for breakfast, as usual, everyone has their preferred group of inmates they sit with. Piper is sitting with Alex, Suzanne, and Nicky.
PIPER
How did everyone sleep last night?
NICKY
Like a baby on their mother's chest. Thanks for asking.
Alex rolls her eyes.
ALEX
I wish I could say the same. Some of the girls were way too loud last night.
Suzanne, enjoying her breakfast, giggles.
SUZANNE
I think they were playing hide and seek.
Nicky smirks.
NICKY
A very adult version of hide and seek, if you get what I'm saying.
Everyone at the table groans.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - COUNSELOR'S OFFICE - DAY
Taystee is meeting with COUNSELOR
COUNSELOR
So, Taystee, how have you been feeling this month?
TAYSTEE
If we're being honest? Tired. Exhausted. Like the weight of the world is on my shoulders.
COUNSELOR
That's understandable given your leadership role around here. But it's important to find time for self-care.
TAYSTEE
Easier said than done in this place.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - COMMON AREA - DAY
Red is reading a magazine while leaning against the wall.
PENNSATUCKY (O.S)
(whispering)
Hey, Red. Whatcha readin'?
RED
Health magazine. I need to keep us eating healthy after these new girls arrived. They don't know much about nutrition.
PENNSATUCKY
That sounds cool. I need to work on my diet too.
As Pennsatucky is speaking, the Inmates start to notice a commotion outside.
GLORIA
What's going on out there?
MARIA
Not sure, let's check it out.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - YARD - DAY
The inmates gather near the entrance as a new batch of inmates arrives, but one newcomer particularly stands out to Alex and Piper.
ALEX
(shocked)
Is that...?
PIPER
Oh my god, it's her..
A new inmate, JENNIFER, stares back at them.
TO BE CONTINUED
A Star Behind Bars
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - DAY
The camera pans over the prison cafeteria. Inmates line up to get their trays of food. Piper and her friends sit at their usual table.
PIPER
Why don't they ever have anything that looks remotely appetizing?
NICKY
Are you kidding? This is gourmet compared to the crap I ate before I got locked up.
FLACA
Speak for yourself. This place really makes me miss my mom's cooking.
Alex, sitting next to Piper, puts her arm around her.
ALEX
Yeah, but there's a silver lining to this prison food. I mean, you and I would never have met if it weren't for Litchfield.
PIPER
(smiling)
That's true. Hard to believe we've come this far.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - HALLWAY – DAY
A GUARD enters the prison with a NEW INMATE - JUNE, a former child star who's now in her forties.
GUARD
(to June)
Welcome to Litchfield.
JUNE
(mocking)
Oh wow, I feel so welcomed. Thanks!
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - DAY ROOM - DAY
Inmates are gathered, as RED walks over.
RED
(to the group)
You hear the news? We've got a new inmate, and she's something of a celebrity.
FLACA
Yeah? Who's that?
RED
(whispers)
June Miller.
FLACA
No way! I loved her show when I was a kid.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - JUNE'S CELL - DAY
June places her belongings in her cell. NICKY walks by.
NICKY
Hey! You're that actress from that show, right?
JUNE
(sarcastically)
Yeah, the washed-up one. Any other questions?
NICKY
(smirks)
You'll fit right in.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - SHOWERS - DAY
Piper and Alex are showering together when they hear arguing nearby. They peek out to see June and another INMATE in a heated conversation.
JUNE
This is my shower! Back off!
INMATE
What, you got a star on the walk of fame and now you own the place? Dream on, sweetheart.
The argument escalates and turns into a physical fight. The sound of a whistle pierces the air...
TO BE CONTINUED
Orange Is The New Black: The Great Escape
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - DAY
We open on various scenes of the women going about their daily routines. Cafeteria workers are preparing food, inmates are folding laundry, and Red is in the kitchen, cooking.
RED (V.O.)
You think you've seen it all, but then life throws you a curveball.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - YOGA CLASS - DAY
A group of inmates are in a yoga class led by Yoga Jones.
YOGA JONES
Extend your right arm and left leg...
Suzanne 'Crazy Eyes' watches from the corner, not participating.
SUZANNE (CRAZY EYES)
(to herself)
It's all about balance...
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - LIBRARY - DAY
Poussey is restocking the library shelves when Taystee approaches her.
TAYSTEE
Hey, P. You hear about the new girl coming today?
POUSSEY
Every dog has its day. What's special about this one?
TAYSTEE
Word is, she's got connections on the outside. Real powerfuly ones. People think she might be our ticket out of here.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - DAY - NEW INMATE ENTRY
Caputo leads a handcuffed new inmate, JASMINE, into the prison. The other inmates watch intently as she passes by.
CAPUTO
(to Jasmine)
Welcome to Litchfield. You'll be processed shortly.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - PIPER'S CELL - DAY
Piper and Alex are discussing the new inmate when Nicky enters the cell.
NICKY
So, blondie, you planning on adding this new arrival to your love triangle or what?
PIPER
It's really not like that.
ALEX
(to Piper)
Don't worry, Pipes. We'll figure out who she really is, what she could do for us.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - CAFETERIA - DAY
The inmates gather for lunch. The atmosphere is tense, and whispers abound as Jasmine enters the room. She sits down at a table with Red and the others.
RED
You're Jasmine, right? I hear you have some powerful friends.
JASMINE
(smirking)
I don't like to brag, but I think I might be able to help us all out.
The camera pans wide to capture the reactions of various inmates, each taking in this new possibility.
RED (V.O.)
Sometimes you need to shake things up to make a change. And in Litchfield, change can be a dangerous thing.
TO BE CONTINUED...
Orange Is the New Black - Season 8, Episode 1
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - HALLWAY - DAY
The scene starts with TAYSTEE and SUZANNE walking down the hallway, passing by a mural of brightly colored, hand-painted flowers.
TAYSTEE
(sternly)
You can't keep asking people about it, Suzanne.
SUZANNE
(confused)
But, why not? It's harmless fun, like doin' the Hokey Pokey!
TAYSTEE
(sighs)
It's just not right. Gotta respect the privacy of the others, you know?
As they continue walking, NICKY approaches them with a smirk on her face.
NICKY
Speaking of privacy, you two are missing the *big* event. Everyone's talking about it.
TAYSTEE
(crossing her arms)
What's up now?
NICKY
(excited)
Rumor has it there's a new girl, and she's got a secret talent. People are going nuts!
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - CAFETERIA - DAY
A crowd gathers around the new inmate, LUCY, who's standing on a table, dancing - showing off some impressive moves.
SUZANNE
(looking at the crowd)
Hot diggity dog! She's got the moves like Jagger!
TAYSTEE
(rolling eyes)
That's only gonna cause trouble, just watch.
RED walks over to the table where the group is standing together, witnessing the commotion.
RED
This isn't going to end well.
SUZANNE
Maybe she just wants to show us her skills?
RED
(looking concerned)
She's got skills, sure, but there's always something more to it in here.
Suddenly, an OFFICER interrupts the scene by blowing a whistle.
OFFICER
Everyone back to your tables! Now!
The crowd starts to break up reluctantly.
INT. LITCHFIELD PRISON - HALLWAY - DAY
Later, as LUCY heads back to her bunk, she discovers a note. PIPER stands nearby, drying her hands on a towel.
LUCY
Whats this?
PIPER
Someone must have some expectations about your talent. Just do your best to stay out of trouble.
TO BE CONTINUED
Orange Is the New Black - Episode: The Transfer
INT. LITCHFIELD PENITENTIARY - DAY
Piper is sitting in the cafeteria, eating breakfast. She's joined by Nicky and Alex.
PIPER
So I've heard rumors about a transfer... Did you guys hear anything?
NICKY
Oh yeah, someone's getting the old heave-ho. Thing is, nobody seems to know who yet.
Alex chimes in while smirking.
ALEX
I bet it's someone who seriously pissed off Figueroa or one of the guards.
Suddenly, Red walks to their table, looking irritated.
RED
And no one should give them any information. The last thing we need is more chaos around here.
INT. LITCHFIELD PENITENTIARY - HALLWAY - DAY
Taystee and Black Cindy are walking together, discussing the recent events.
TAYSTEE
Everywhere you go, everyone's just talking about this transfer! I hope it's not me. I can't deal with starting over in a new place.
BLACK CINDY
Don't stress yourself, girl. Just keep your head down and stay out of Figueroa's way.
INT. COUNSELOR'S OFFICE - DAY
Daya is meeting with counselor Healy.
DAYA
I need to know if I'm getting transferred or not. I mean, my mom is still here, and she's already got enough on her plate.
HEALY
Daya, I can't give you any information regarding transfers until it's official. Just try to stay calm and attend your scheduled activities.
INT. LITCHFIELD PENITENTIARY - LIBRARY - DAY
Flaca and Maritza are organizing books when they overhear a conversation.
FRIEDA
(transfers are) Always for political reasons or overcrowding. It doesn't matter who goes; we all lose someone we know.
FLACA
Can you imagine if they split us up, Maritza?
MARITZA
Girl, don't even go there. You're like my sister in here.
INT. LITCHFIELD PENITENTIARY - CHAPEL - DAY
Suzanne and Pennsatucky are talking about the upcoming transfer.
SUZANNE
I hope it's not me. I don't want to leave my friends.
PENNSATUCKY
Hey, God has a plan for everyone, Suzanne. If any of us get transferred, it just means there's something better out there for us.
INT. LITCHFIELD PENITENTIARY - DAY ROOM - LATER
The tense atmosphere continues as inmates gather, awaiting the news of the transfer.
INT. FIGUEROA'S OFFICE - DAY
Figueroa is reviewing paperwork with guard Caputo.
FIGUEROA
I expect all the information of this transfer to be kept strictly confidential until the last minute.
CAPUTO
I understand. We'll be ready when the time comes to move them out.
The camera zooms in on Figueroa's desk, revealing a sealed envelope with the name of the inmate scheduled for transfer. The camera then continues to pan over each character. Everyone's on edge, waiting for the axe to fall.
TO BE CONTINUED
